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Him
Hardcover
ISBN13: 9781025524146
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 154
Weight: 0.87
Height: 0.44 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Him is a groundbreaking and avant-garde work of drama by the celebrated American poet and playwright E. E. Cummings. This surrealistic play defies traditional theatrical conventions, offering a complex, non-linear exploration of identity, creativity, and the relationship between an artist and his muse. The narrative follows the titular character, Him, a playwright struggling with his craft, and Me, his lover, as they navigate a series of kaleidoscopic scenes that blend reality with dreamlike abstraction.
Throughout Him, Cummings utilizes his signature linguistic invention and structural experimentation to challenge the audience's perceptions. The work is noted for its three-ring circus structure, featuring a diverse array of sketches-ranging from the burlesque to the philosophical-that provide a satirical commentary on society and the human condition. As a quintessential example of modernist theater, Him remains a significant and provocative piece that captures the vibrant, rebellious spirit of the late 1920s. It is an essential work for those interested in the evolution of 20th-century literature and the boundaries of experimental performance.
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